Algae and moss can build up quickly in between patio tiles and paving slabs during the winter months.
Gardeners are swapping white vinegar for a more effective method to get rid of patio algae. Algae and moss can quickly build up between your patio tiles and paving slabs during the chilly winter months, creating an unsightly green mess.
He said: "I've been using soda crystals for various things around the house including stretching our washing powder, cleaning drains, removing grease and general cleaning for a long time. Now I have another use: removing moss from paths, balconies, patios and verandas in an affordable and environmentally friendly way."
Top Life Hack Stories Today He said: "I tested two methods: liberally sprinkle the soda crystals onto the wet balcony and create a strong solution and sprinkle using a watering can. Both proved to be very effective with the dry sprinkling onto the wet balcony probably being ever so slightly more effective on the first application as there would have been a higher concentration in spots than with the solution.
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